2002 Nissan Sentra SE-r review from North America
"Great bang for the buck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlamp adjustment screw cap (recall)
Floor mats driver side slides under pedals (recall)
Trunk leak, infiltration from the right rear wheel arch, through a crack in the undercoating.
One wiper blade falling apart after less than a year.
Seat cover already showing signs of damage.
General comments?
Good overall performance.
Annoying 6100rpm red-line.
Excessive torque steer.
Soft clutch.
Relatively comfortable ride.
Excessive wind noise at freeway speed.
Poor radio quality, CD OK.
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| A good starter car - cheap on gas |
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| A mini version of the Maxima SE |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 10600 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2003 |